East Sussex · England

Bath and surface repairs in RH18

We travel to every part of the RH18 postcode district, including Forest Row and Wych Cross. Everything is repaired in place, with a one-year guarantee.

Surface repairs across RH18

Bath repair across RH18: what to expect

We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. Each is repaired in place. Common call-outs are for chips along the edge of the bath and an old repair that has yellowed or come loose, on acrylic, roll-top & freestanding and cast iron enamel.

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for a few hours, depending on the damage. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.

  1. First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
  2. We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
  3. We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
  4. We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
  5. We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the day after.

What it costs in RH18

Our bath repair starts from £95. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

What you get with us

  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

What’s near Forest Row

Typical jobs here are in homes near Greenfields School, The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity and Forest Row Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Forest Row is East Grinstead station, about 3.2 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find East Grinstead Museum (2.8 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.6 miles north-east).

Landlord and trade work in RH18

For anyone letting property in or around RH18, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

What a repair cannot fix

We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we cannot get to from below
  • A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense

Common problems we fix in RH18

Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips. Taps and wastes cause problems too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.

These are the problems we’re asked about most:

  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • Rust by the waste and overflow
  • A hole punched through by something heavy
  • Scratches you can feel with a fingernail

Keeping it looking good

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
  • Do not scrub with anything abrasive
  • Check that an acrylic bath does not move when you stand in it
  • Clean with warm water and a mild detergent

Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.

If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath. Leaks under a bath can damage floors and ceilings.

RH18 questions

Is there a guarantee?

All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.

Can a cracked acrylic bath be fixed?

Most of the time. We reinforce the crack from behind, then fill and refinish the front, so access behind the panel is important.

What areas do you cover?

All of East Sussex, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.

I tried a repair kit. Can you fix it?

Yes. We remove the old filler and start again. Mention it when you send photos.

Will the repair show?

On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.

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